Uniqlo’s owner pushes deeper into North America with GU brand
Fast Retailing will open its first GU store in the United States, adding to its outlets in the country as the Uniqlo owner seeks a greater presence in the North American market.
Uniqlo owner Fast Retailing sees record profit on weak yen and sales boom
The weaker currency, which just hit a fresh 24-year low against the dollar, is boosting the income the company brings back home.
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The lockdown is forcing Japanese retailers to halt operations in Shanghai, while Japanese manufacturers have also been affected by supply-chain disruptions.
Uniqlo owner expecting big drop in China profit due to COVID restrictions
Fast Retailing is a bellwether for how major global retailers are being impacted by pandemic-related shutdowns in China, one of the biggest growth markets for many Western brands.
Uniqlo pressured to halt Russia sales after CEO vows to stay
Comments defending the decision by CEO Tadashi Yanai have drawn criticism, with some social media users pushing the hashtag #BoycottUniqlo.
Uniqlo owner pledges to stay in Russia as wave of companies exit
Fast Retailing Co., Asia’s largest retailer and parent of Uniqlo, will continue to operate in Russia.
Fast Retailing September-November net profit climbs on strong Uniqlo demand
Fast Retailing Co. said Thursday its net profit in the September to November period rose 33% from a year earlier to ¥93.59 billion ($820 million).
Kishida's adviser eyes human rights guidelines for supply chains
Nakatani explained that possible legislation of a Japanese version of the United States' Magnitsky Act should be initiated by lawmakers.
Uniqlo and Sweden keen on podium return after extending partnership
The Nordic nation's Olympic and Paralympic teams became the first outside Japan to be supplied by the fast fashion retailer during the Tokyo Games.
